Combining Sentences Worksheet
A Grade 9 ELA worksheet focusing on combining sentences using various techniques to improve writing flow and clarity.
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Read each section's instructions carefully and complete the exercises. This worksheet will help you practice combining sentences to create more sophisticated and clear writing.
1. Which of the following best combines the two sentences below? The student studied diligently. The student wanted to pass the difficult exam.
The student studied diligently, and they wanted to pass the difficult exam.
Studying diligently, the student wanted to pass the difficult exam.
The student studied diligently because they wanted to pass the difficult exam.
The student studied diligently; the difficult exam needed passing.
2. Choose the best way to combine the following sentences: The old house stood on a hill. It had peeling paint. Its windows were broken.
The old house stood on a hill, and it had peeling paint, and its windows were broken.
The old house, with peeling paint and broken windows, stood on a hill.
Standing on a hill was the old house, it had peeling paint and broken windows.
On a hill stood the old house; it had peeling paint and broken windows.
Combine the following sentences using an appropriate coordinating or subordinating conjunction. Write the combined sentence on the line.
1. I wanted to go to the concert. I had to finish my homework first.
2. She is a talented singer. She also plays the piano beautifully.
3. The weather was terrible. We decided to stay home.
1. Combine the following sentences into one clear, concise sentence using an appositive phrase: Mr. Harrison is our English teacher. He is known for his engaging lessons.
2. Combine the following sentences into one sentence using a participial phrase: The dog barked loudly. It chased the squirrel up the tree.
Read each statement and indicate whether it is true or false regarding sentence combining.
1. Combining sentences always involves using a comma and a coordinating conjunction.
True
False
2. Using varied sentence structures, including combined sentences, can improve the flow of writing.
True
False
Read the short paragraph below. Rewrite the paragraph, combining sentences where appropriate to improve its flow, clarity, and sophistication. Aim for a variety of sentence structures.
The sun was setting. The sky turned orange. It turned pink. Birds chirped. They flew to their nests. A gentle breeze blew. It rustled the leaves. The day was ending. It was peaceful.